God bless barbecue season! There is nothing like spending time with friends and family in the summer sun, grill sizzling in the background. It is a fact – the barbecue, or BBQ for short, brings people together.
Ah summer time! What usually comes to mind when you think about summer holidays with your children? Picnics in the park? Swimming? Summer camp? Family BBQs? These are all summer staples I admit, but why not make this summer different and include sharing books part of your family’s summer fun? As a teacher and tutor for the past ten years, I know that keeping up with reading over the summer has exceptional academic benefits on young students.
The temptation to interact with screens on a daily basis is inescapable. They are everywhere; in our kitchens, our living rooms, our playrooms and even in our bathrooms and beds. With the convenience of digital streaming programs like Netflix and You Tube and the portability and accessibility of iPads, Smart phones and Smart TVs, we are constantly inundated with images, sounds and a barrage of multimedia distraction. As the digital landscape evolves more and more, parents are left wondering “can this be good for my kids?”
Summer time is here! Lazy days at the park, pool or in your backyard call for some simple meal-planning for the family. As a teacher, I am off during the summer so my meals tend to reflect a laid-back, basic yet healthy vibe.
Did you know that almost a century and a half ago, Canada was born, eh? In 2017, Canada celebrates 150 years as a nation and Canadians will gather in their communities from coast to coast to coast to celebrate this mega milestone!
It is almost summer holidays! Time for splash pads, parks, cottages, camps and summer hikes! I am always looking for high energy, healthy snacks for the kids to bring on the road and this Easy One Bowl Honey Flax Banana Bread Recipe is just the thing for food on the go.
Everybody is going crazy for quinoa! A complete protein and fantastic wheat-free alternative, the popularity of quinoa has increased drastically over the past few years and this super grain isn’t going anywhere. Grown in South America (Peru, Chile and Bolivia) for thousands of years, quinoa formed the staple diet of the Incas and their descendants.
I just love cooking with my kids! I always try to get them involved in meals, even if it is the simplest task such as adding ingredients, stirring or setting the table. My girls are now 5 and almost 3 and they just love helping in the kitchen, pulling up a stool or chair to reach the mixing bowls!
All hail the avocado! This nutrient-rich fruit (although technically, it is a berry!) is native to tropical climates and when harvested, the flesh softens to a creamy, almost buttery texture, which has become synonymous with super foods and often included in everything from toast toppings to desserts!
It is spring time! I absolutely love this warmer weather and what better way to celebrate spring than with lemons 😉